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chopped
/tʃɒpt/
[/tʃɒpt/]
past tense of chop
Beginnerverb
Definition
The past tense of 'chop'. It describes having cut something into pieces with quick strokes. It is also used as an adjective for cut food.
Example
She added chopped onions to the pan.
She added chopped onions to the pan.
Etymology
Past tense of 'chop', from Middle English 'choppen'.
How & Where It’s Used
Very common in recipes as both a verb and an adjective.